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Palm Beach is a luxe destination in Florida that is perfect for a long weekend getaway. Known for its beautiful beaches, ocean sports and boating, world-class golf, fine dining, and upscale shopping, there is something for every traveler.
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Things to do in Palm Beach
One of the many reflecting pool gardens off of Worth Avenue
Enjoy the beaches
Palm Beach is well known for its pristine, refined, and calm beaches. Municipal Beach is the main public beach, but most hotels offer beach setups on sandy stretches close to the hotel.
Explore the Lake Trail
Walk or bike along the five-mile waterfront path that blends views of glamorous island life with tropical and seaside landscapes.
Golf
Immaculate golf courses are entwined with the lush landscape throughout the island. Many courses are high-end private clubs, but a few to enjoy include the Breakers Ocean Course (available to guests staying at the Breakers) or the Palm Beach Par 3 Golf Course.
Shop
You will find plenty of upscale shopping on the island. Worth Avenue is an easy stroll, filled with high-end shops and adjacent vias with tucked-away gardens, fountains, boutiques, and galleries. Royal Poinciana Plaza is a gorgeous village filled with luxury boutiques, galleries, wellness studios, restaurants, and beautiful, lush courtyards perfect for long, relaxing lunches.
Tour the Henry Morrison Flagler Museum
Learn about the history of Palm Beach as you experience the 1902 Whitehall mansion, a European-inspired luxurious estate gifted by Henry Flagler to his wife.
Society of the Four Arts Gardens & Pan's Garden
Tucked away in the heart of Palm Beach, you'll want to wander and relax in either garden sanctuary.
Places to eat & drink in Palm Beach
Don't miss out on a Buccan-style picnic while in Palm Beach.
Sant Ambroeus
A chic Italian cafe in the tropical courtyard of Royal Poinciana Plaza known for its morning coffees and pastries, light lunches, apertivo drinks, and desserts.
Green's Pharmacy
A classic neighborhood pharmacy with a full-service soda fountain counter where you'll find locals and tourists reading the paper and enjoying diner-style food.
Lola 41
A stylish and lively restaurant featuring fresh sushi, global small plates, seafood entrees, and creative cocktails.
Swifty's
Step into what feels like a movie set and you'll find poolside seating and a courtyard hanging-garden dining area that is chic, bustling, and full of elegant charm. Super fun during bingo or trivia.
Buccan
One of Palm Beach's most popular modern restaurants, with bold flavors and a lively crowd. It's a local hot spot not to be missed. And just outside, the Buccan Sandwich Shop is a walk-up window with amazing sandwiches, salads, and baked goods. Locals and tourists will all be carrying their white Buccan bags to nearby park benches, the beach, their homes, and boats. Order the beef carpaccio!
Cafe Boulud
Elegant, classic French fine dining located in the Brazilian Court Hotel, where you'll find sophisticated courtyard dining with white tablecloths and string lights.
Need to know
Palm Beach is a great destination for families, couples, girls' trips, and golf weekends. Parking can be challenging and expensive. Most hotels offer complimentary shuttles or bikes. The island also offers Ride Circuit, an on-demand electric shuttle service. Although there is so much to do in Palm Beach itself, just over the bridge is West Palm Beach, where you'll find continued coastal vibes with a big-city feel.
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